The January 5th operation was led by HPD Sergeant Charles Kucz and Detective Anthony Caruso, with the assistance of two undercover Jersey City Police Officers who are under the legal drinking age.

Of the twelve Hoboken liquor stores entered that evening, ten were cited for sale to someone under the legal age to purchase alcohol.

Village Market; 702 Washington Street

Cork Wine & Spirits; 1450 Washington Street

Blue Ribbon; 450 1st Street

Daniel Liquors; 87 Garden Street

Ottomanelli’s; 422 Monroe Street

Hoboken Discount Liquors; 98 Willow Avenue

Augie’s Liquors; 419 Adams Street

Sasso’s Deli; 1038 Garden Street

Hoboken Vine; 400 Newark Street

Yash Liquors; 1004 Washington Street

Those listed above reserve right to dispute the charges at an upcoming hearing.

“Hoboken’s Chief of Police Kenneth F. Ferrante would like to thank the citizens who brought this situation to light as well as the ABC Unit and its Detectives for their dedication and hard work that made this operation a success,” said HPD in a press statement. “Chief Ferrante would also like to thank Jersey City’s Chief of Police Michael Kelly for his cooperation and use of two of his officers as well as thank those two officers for their work and professionalism during this operation.”